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Ormeau Hills has an estimated 4,858 residents, up from 4,521 at the 2021 Census — a change of 337 people, or 7.5%. Growth has averaged 2.0% a year over five years. Natural increase accounts for 43.0% of that increase. That puts 565 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on an evaluation of ABS demographic releases for the wider region and new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the population of the suburb of Ormeau Hills is projected to be 4,858 in May 2026. This indicates a growth of 337 individuals (7.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,521 residents. This shift is derived from a resident headcount of 4,827 computed by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus 71 verified new addresses added since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 564 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per resident and capacity for future expansion.
Over the last ten years, the suburb of Ormeau Hills has shown steady expansion with a compound annual growth rate of 5.5%, exceeding the broader SA3 region. Population increases in the area were chiefly driven by natural increase, which accounted for approximately 43.0% of the total population gains recently, though net migration gains across interstate, overseas, and other channels remained positive. AreaSearch utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 zone, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and for the years after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (based on 2021 data) are used. Because these state-level projections omit age breakdowns, AreaSearch scales cohort growth proportionally using the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (based on 2022 data) for each age group. Factoring in these demographic shifts, the area is projected to experience population growth exceeding the median for non-metropolitan Australian localities, with aggregated SA2 projections indicating an increase of 690 residents by 2041, representing a total growth of 13.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
63 new dwellings have been approved in Ormeau Hills over the past five years, an average of 12 a year. That places the area in the 50th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 2 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 9, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on AreaSearch's review of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical areas, Ormeau Hills averages approximately 12 residential approvals annually, yielding an estimated 63 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 9 approvals have been logged. With an average of 7.3 new residents entering the area for every home built between FY-21 and FY-25, construction volumes are falling short of demand, which typically intensifies buyer competition and exerts upward pressure on prices, while new dwellings are built at an average estimated cost of $371,000. Additionally, commercial approvals this financial year stand at $85,000, pointing to very low levels of commercial building activity.
In comparison to the Rest of Qld, development activity in Ormeau Hills is notably sparse, running 70.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited addition of new stock tends to support pricing and demand for existing houses. The volume is also lower than the national benchmark, reflecting a mature market and potential developmental barriers. Detached houses comprise 88.0% of new residential projects, while townhouses or apartments make up 12.0%, preserving the low-density, family-oriented atmosphere of the neighborhood. The ratio of 534 residents for every single home approval underscores the quiet and low-volume nature of local construction. Projections indicate that Ormeau Hills will add 659 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Although building activity is tracking in line with long-term growth forecasts, home buyers may face increased competition as the population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Ormeau Hills, worth an estimated $80 million. A further 98 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $46.8 billion. 25 are already under construction and 35 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local performance is heavily shaped by updates to infrastructure, major public works, and planning changes. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 5 projects that are likely to influence this area. Significant projects include the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail, Coomera Connector Stage 1 Corridor Upgrades, the Ormeau Goldmine Road and Lahrs Road Intersection Upgrade, Elevate Estate - Ormeau Hills, and Montaine Park - Eggersdorf Road, Ormeau, with the list below highlighting the most significant developments.
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Ormeau Goldmine Road and Lahrs Road Intersection Upgrade
A two-stage intersection upgrade in Ormeau. Stage 1 at Lahrs Road was completed in July 2025. Stage 2, delivered by Transport and Main Roads as part of the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program, involves upgrading Goldmine Road with a new signalised intersection for the Ormeau rail facility entrance, dedicated turning lanes, pedestrian crossings, and improved flood resilience for the Bridge Creek culvert. Major construction for Stage 2 commenced in March 2026.
Elevate Estate - Ormeau Hills
Elevate at Ormeau Hills is a boutique residential community of 100 homesites ranging from 303mý to 952mý in an elevated position in the northern Gold Coast corridor, 25km north of Gold Coast CBD and 40km south of Brisbane CBD. Acquired by CFMG Capital in 2018, developed in multiple stages with Stage 1 sold out by 2020 and final land registration in October 2024. The estate is now fully sold out and completed.
Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail and Coomera Connector Stage 1 Corridor Upgrades
A major South East Queensland transport corridor program combining Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail and Coomera Connector Stage 1. The rail project duplicates the 20 km Kuraby to Beenleigh corridor from two to four tracks, upgrades stations, improves active transport links, and removes five level crossings, while Coomera Connector Stage 1 delivers a 16 km motorway corridor between Coomera and Nerang.
Ormeau Rail Facility - Queensland Train Manufacturing Program
Construction is continuing on a 66-hectare rail maintenance and stabling facility at Ormeau for the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program. The facility will support 65 new six-car passenger trains and includes acoustic-proofed workshops, office facilities, internal access roads and train tracks, a train wash, stabling for up to 20 trains at a time, utilities, signalling and supporting infrastructure. The facility is designed for 24/7 operation and is expected to support up to 140 operational staff.
Ormeau Community Hub
The Ormeau Community Hub is a major $50 million social infrastructure project planned by the City of Gold Coast to provide enhanced community services and civic spaces. The project aims to deliver modern meeting facilities, integrated library services, and multi-purpose community areas to support the rapid population growth in the northern Gold Coast corridor.
Montaine Park - Eggersdorf Road, Ormeau
Boutique residential estate of 51 detached double-storey homes on efficient 230sqm lots in Ormeau on Queensland's northern Gold Coast. Designed in a contemporary Mediterranean style with rendered facades, warm tones, and indoor-outdoor living focus. Built by VA Building Solutions using Big River Group framing and MaxiWall systems. Located close to Mother Teresa Primary School, M1 Motorway, and Ormeau Village shopping. One lot remaining as of early 2026.
Vantage Yatala
Vantage Yatala is a $300 million, 60-hectare master-planned industrial precinct featuring 5 Star Green Star targeted warehouses. The estate includes 2.3 hectares of green open space, a 3km walking path, outdoor gym, and a full basketball court. Key tenants include Goodyear, National Tiles, and PFG Australia. Stage 3 works are currently progressing with the latest speculative developments scheduled for completion into 2027.
King's Christian College Pimpama Campus Developments
Ongoing master-planned campus development at King's Christian College Pimpama on 40 acres in the northern Gold Coast. Completed phases include a 14-classroom primary school building (opened January 2025), a 2-storey high school building with 8 classrooms and 2 science labs (opened 2023), sports ovals with athletics facilities, a community centre forecourt, and a traffic light installation at the campus entrance. A second 2-storey high school building with 12 classrooms is due to open Term 2, 2026.The current active project is a new 3-storey high school building (construction commencing mid-April 2026) featuring a ground-floor reception and office space with 12 classrooms across levels 1 and 2. Future planned facilities include a performing arts and music complex, primary resource centre, central administration building, sports centre with indoor courts, and additional car parking.
2,791 residents of Ormeau Hills are employed, from a labour force of 2,849. Unemployment sits at 2.0%, with participation at 79.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,787, about 78% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Ormeau Hills boasts a workforce with strong representation in the construction sector, an unemployment rate of 2.0%, and annual employment growth estimated at 2.4% according to aggregated statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 2,791 employed residents, and the local unemployment rate sits 1.9% below the Regional Qld level of 3.9%. Furthermore, the labor participation rate is exceptionally high at 79.0% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census records indicate a moderate 15.3% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.
Resident employment is heavily concentrated in healthcare & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Local specialization is highly visible in manufacturing, where the employment share is 1.7 times the regional average. On the other hand, primary industries like agriculture, forestry & fishing are underrepresented, accounting for 0.2% compared to the regional benchmark of 4.5%. This heavily residential locality appears to offer few local jobs, as reflected by the ratio of local working positions to the resident workforce. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional data, the recent 12-month period saw employment rise by 2.4% alongside an expansion of the labor force by 2.4%, leaving the unemployment level practically unchanged. This contrasts with Regional Qld, which recorded a 0.1% rise in employment, a 0.3% increase in the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future workforce demand in Ormeau Hills. These five-year and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce profile to estimate future trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Weighting these sectoral projections against Ormeau Hills's job mix indicates that local employment is poised to expand by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, representing a basic proportional extrapolation that does not adjust for local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Ormeau Hills is $2,297 a week (about $119,000 a year), with median personal income at $988 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,167 a year against an average of $70,569. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Ormeau Hills earn a median income of $60,167 and an average income of $70,569. These figures exceed national benchmarks and compare to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at approximately $67,002 for the median and $78,586 for the average as of March 2026. Census results show that household, family, and individual incomes are all high, placing Ormeau Hills between the 77th and 83rd percentiles across the nation.
Income distribution data indicates that the weekly earnings bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 contains 43.4% of the population, which equals 2,108 people, compared to 31.7% of residents in Regional Qld who fall into this range. High housing costs account for 17.0% of total income, yet strong overall earnings keep disposable income in the 80th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 7th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Ormeau Hills had 1,414 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 0% apartments. 58% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 17% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,076 a month, a total housing cost higher than 91% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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An analysis of residential structures from the latest Census shows that houses make up 99.1% of the dwellings in Ormeau Hills, with other structures like semi-detached homes, apartments, or alternative dwellings accounting for 0.9%, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options across Regional Qld. The home ownership rate in Ormeau Hills lags the regional average at 16.6%, with the rest of the housing stock being mortgaged (57.6%) or rented (25.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,076 is considerably higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, and the median weekly rent of $450 also exceeds the regional figure of $345.
On a national level, housing costs in Ormeau Hills are elevated, with mortgages well above the Australian average of $1,863 and rents exceeding the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Ormeau Hills counted 1,414 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,519 today, averaging 3.1 people each. 49% are couples with children, more than in 94% of areas nationally, against 26% couples without children. 11% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the vast majority of local homes at 87.2%, consisting of couples with children at 49.2%, couples without children at 26.4%, and single-parent homes at 10.5%. The remaining 12.8% consists of non-family households, which are divided into single-person households at 10.6% and group households at 2.4%. The median household occupancy of 3.1 residents is higher than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.0% of adults in Ormeau Hills hold a university qualification, including 16.9% with a bachelor degree and 3.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 30.2% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Educational attainment levels in Ormeau Hills lag regional benchmarks, with 23.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationwide. This difference indicates room for future academic and skills growth. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary credential at 16.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational and technical training is very common, with 44.4% of the population aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 14.2% and certificates at 30.2%. Student representation is high in the area, with 33.6% of the population currently enrolled in a course of study.
This includes 12.4% attending primary school, 9.0% in secondary school, and 4.9% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Ormeau Hills means driving: households keep an average of 2.0 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of public transport shows 10 transit stops operating in Ormeau Hills, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 1 routes, which provide a total of 94 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 340 meters from their nearest stop. As the suburb is predominantly residential, most workers commute out of the area, and private vehicles remain the primary travel mode at 94%. Household car ownership averages 2.0 vehicles per home, exceeding the regional baseline. Census data from 2021 indicates that 15.3% of the workforce worked from home, a figure that may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Service frequency across the network averages 13 journeys per day, which translates to roughly 9 weekly services at each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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76.2% of residents in Ormeau Hills report no long-term health condition. 3.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators show favorable outcomes for Ormeau Hills residents, with AreaSearch's review of mortality and medical profiles revealing patterns that align with national averages. The prevalence of common illnesses is low overall, though it rises above national baselines among older, vulnerable cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, representing approximately 55% of the community, which translates to about 2,679 residents, compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld. The most frequent diagnoses among residents are mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 7.8 and 7.3% of the population respectively, while 76.2% reported being free of any long-term medical conditions compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
The working-age cohort is healthy, with very low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 8.4% of the local population, totaling 408 people, which is lower than the Regional Qld average of 20.4%. Seniors face some health challenges, with local senior health outcomes ranking lower nationally than the rest of the resident population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
27.7% of Ormeau Hills residents were born overseas and 13.1% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.2%) and Australian (26.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Ormeau Hills displays above-average cultural diversity, with 13.1% of the population using a language other than English at home and 27.7% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 46.0% of the population. The most distinct religious divergence is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.8% of residents compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. Regarding family ancestry based on parental country of birth, the top three heritages are English at 29.2%, Australian at 26.6%, and Other at 9.0%. There are also significant differences in other ethnic backgrounds: Maori ancestry is overrepresented at 2.3% of Ormeau Hills residents compared to 0.8% regionally, New Zealand heritage is at 1.6% compared to 0.9%, and South Australian background is at 1.1% compared to 0.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Ormeau Hills is 32, younger than 90% of areas nationally. 29.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Ormeau Hills is 32 years, which is much lower than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, Ormeau Hills has a higher share of toddlers aged 0 - 4 (10.3%) but fewer seniors aged 65 - 74 (5.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 11.9% to 13.7%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 16.8% to 15.1% and the 45 to 54 bracket fell from 12.3% to 11.0%.
Age structure models indicate significant changes by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age bracket projected to expand by 32%, adding 247 people to reach 1,010, while the 15 to 24 cohort is expected to lose 50 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Ormeau Hills
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Oct 2025 10 months ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Oct 2025. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 71 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,521 at the 2021 Census → 4,858 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL32235). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.